Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week)

Working pattern
: 7.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: Pathway 4, £25,638 - £27,371 per annum (FTE £29,540 - £31,537)

Site: Queen Katharine Academy

Closing date: 9am on Friday 10th July

Start date: Sept 2026

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences by delivering pre-set lessons across a range of subjects. Whilst keeping learning on track, you’ll create a calm, purposeful environment where every student feels supported. You’ll work with learners of all abilities, helping them stay engaged and making sure each lesson runs smoothly in the teacher’s absence.

You’ll also play an important part in the wider life of the academy by supporting staff, contributing to pastoral care and assisting the Cover Team with day‑to‑day administrative tasks.

You’re the ideal candidate if you have experience working with young people in an educational setting, can communicate clearly, and feel comfortable leading a class independently. Your commitment to safeguarding, equality and your own professional growth will match our commitment to nurturing and developing every member of our community.

At QKA, our values:
Respect, Ambition, Responsibility shape everything we do. You’ll join a vibrant, inclusive school where diversity is celebrated and every colleague is empowered to grow. As part of Thomas Deacon Education Trust, you’ll access exceptional professional development, shared expertise, and a supportive network that invests in your future.

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to “working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here:
Employee Benefits. At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well‑prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET.

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.